A Message From Mrs. O'Shaughnessy
I hope everyone is having a wonderful weekend. The weather makes it hard to believe that it is Fall, but we are indeed nearing the end of October! Enjoy it while we can.
This past week, I had the opportunity to have two wonderful parent meetings with our Grade 5 families. Our grade 5 students are nearing the end of their educational journey at PS 88q, and are applying for middle school. It was wonderful to have the opportunity to discuss all the options and opportunities with our families this week. I can honestly say that spending time in the classroom and spending time with the families are two of my favorite things about my role as principal. I saw a great quote this week that said "Teach like it's your child in the front row." As a teacher, and now a leader, knowing that as a mother, what I would expect from a school keeps me focused, and time spent in the classroom and with families keeps me connected to what is needed. Please, always reach out to me with any questions, concerns, ideas..anything!
This week we have another packed week. School pictures, the NYPD Jazz Band Performance, Literacy Partners Workshop, Coffee With Ms. O'Shaughnessy and Title I Meeting, and our Caring Closet (Saturday).
Have a great week!
This week we wore pink for Breast Cancer Awareness, Purple for Domestic Violence Awareness and of course , showed our NY Pride for our sports teams!! Check it out!
Breaking Bread Event @ PS 88Q
The Social Justice Committee has organized a school-wide initiative in honor of Native American Heritage during the month of November.
Teachers will read the book Fry Bread: A Native American Family Story by Kevin Noble Maillard and use it as the springboard for their month’s work. The book centers around the theme of family and the role of bread in the Native American tradition.
We would like to create a Fall 2024 edition of the PS 88 Bread Cookbook. You may send in a recipe for a type of bread commonly eaten in your home (cheese bread, pita bread, naan, etc.). The recipe should include the student’s name and class, country of origin, ingredients, and instructions on how to make the bread. The submissions will then be put together to create a PS 88 recipe book.
Please submit your recipe by Tuesday, November 5th, 2024 to your child’s teacher or you may email Ms. Roldan (croldan5@schools.nyc.gov). Thank you for your support.
